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library

noun

li·​brary ˈlī-ˌbrer-ē How to pronounce library (audio)
-ˌbre-rē;
 British usually and US sometimes  -brə-rē;
 British often and US sometimes  -brē,
 nonstandard  -ˌber-ē,
nonstandard
-ˌbe-rē How to pronounce library (audio)
plural libraries
1
a
: a place in which literary, musical, artistic, or reference materials (such as books, manuscripts, recordings, or films) are kept for use but not for sale
b
: a collection of such materials
a library of jazz recordings
2
a
: a collection resembling or suggesting a library
an illustrations library
3
a
: a series of related books issued by a publisher
a Dickens library
b
: a collection of publications on the same subject
4
: a collection of cloned DNA fragments that are maintained in a suitable cellular environment and that usually represent the genetic material of a particular organism or tissue
How do you pronounce library?: Usage Guide

While the pronunciation \ˈlī-ˌbrer-ē\ is the most frequent variant in the U.S., the other variants are not uncommon. The contraction \ˈlī-brē\ and the dissimilated form \ˈlī-ˌber-ē\ result from the relative difficulty of repeating \r\ in the same syllable or successive syllables; our files contain citations for these variants from educated speakers, including college presidents and professors, as well as with somewhat greater frequency from less educated speakers.

Synonyms

Example Sentences

I borrowed the book from the school library. He has an impressive library of jazz records. a library of computer programs
Recent Examples on the Web The company's encoding starts with a library of dozens to hundreds of short pieces of DNA called oligos (short for oligonucleotide). John Timmer, Ars Technica, 15 Sep. 2022 That partly explains the extent and depth of the streamer’s massive library of international TV series and movies — a handful of new examples of which, in fact, hit Netflix today. Andy Meek, BGR, 14 Sep. 2022 Showtime has a library of movies, as well as original shows like Yellowjackets and Billions. Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Sep. 2022 Founded in 2006, FiGa Films is an international sales agency, production, and distribution company with a library of over 60 films that runs the gamut of styles and themes by established, as well as emerging filmmakers. Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 9 Sep. 2022 The research these team members put into the creation of their video not only benefited them, but also created a library of short, fun videos for all team members to learn from. Keri Pearlson And Stuart Madnick, WSJ, 8 Sep. 2022 The new trailers offer guests an all-access pass to the property’s amenities, including a library of vinyl records to curate your own playlist to heat swimming pools. Dana Givens, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2022 The streamer boasts an overwhelming library of new shows that the whole family can enjoy. Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 8 Sep. 2022 Everyone can afford to have a library, and everyone can afford to enjoy books. Kelly Allen, House Beautiful, 7 Sep. 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French librarie, Medieval Latin librarium, from Latin, neuter of librarius of books, from libr-, liber inner bark, rind, book

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of library was in the 14th century

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